MalnutritionMalnutrition is a trend that has been going on since time immemorial, it has tormented several world leaders thinking about ways to combat it in their different countries, but it still persists today and at that time. Malnutrition can be defined as any health problem that develops when the human body does not receive all the nutrients it needs. In other words, malnutrition begins to develop when the body is deprived of all the important nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients that it needs. must maintain healthy tissues and proper functioning of organs. In our modern world, malnutrition is often called undernutrition, which is mainly caused by a diet low in calories and protein or insufficient consumption of quality foods. Although malnutrition is common in less developed or developing countries, it is also present in developed countries. In wealthier countries, malnutrition is likely caused by an unhealthy diet that includes fats and carbohydrates. Effects of Malnutrition Malnutrition in a child can cause several problems. such as short stature or insufficient height for their age, thinness or too bloated bodies, they tend to be listless and have a weakened immune system. These nutritional disorders can affect any system in a child's body and cause them to lose their sense of taste, sight and smell. They may also experience psychiatric symptoms, anxiety, and mood changes. Recent global data on malnutrition shows that malnutrition is responsible for almost half of child deaths worldwide, with most of these children aged under six years. These statistics suggest that serious consideration should be given to allocating funds to end diseases that are vital to a child's growth. In areas where kwashiorkor is prevalent, we tend to see it develop after a mother weans her child from breastfeeding and replaces breast milk with foods high in carbohydrates but low in protein. The telltale signs of kwashiorkor in a child who If a person is malnourished, this is called “pedal edema,” which is swelling of the feet and ankles. Other signs include a swollen abdomen, tooth loss, thinning hair, skin depigmentation and dermatitis. A child with kwashiorkor will most likely develop irritability and anorexia, and will also fail to produce antibodies after vaccination against diseases including typhoid and diphtheria. Generally, Kwashiorkor can be treated by eating protein-rich foods; however, it has a long-term impact on the child's mental and physical development and can lead to death in some severe cases..